Quality Manager

Socket.dev; North Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching after 6 months

Paid time off

Job summary

Composite Factory is seeking a Quality Manager to elevate our quality program. You will lead the QA system, partner with engineering for standards, and drive audits and continuous improvement. Excellent documentation, communications, and leadership are essential.

You'll oversee calibration schedules, ensure supplier and internal part conformance, and manage the QA team to uphold stringent manufacturing specs and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering required.
• AS9100 ISO Certification and QA auditing knowledge highly valued.
• Strong documentation practices and numerical measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Assurance System and ensure compliance with customer and engineering standards.
• Develop, maintain, and implement ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality processes and work instructions.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and drive continual improvement across the department.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Engineering

MS Office

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering

AS9100 ISO Certification

AS9100 Auditing Qualification

Tools

PCMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Romer arm

Job description

Why Composite Factory?

Originally established as Fibreworks Composites in 2009 by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann, we grew to become the largest privately-owned composite manufacturer in the U.S. In 2019, we launched Composite Factory, an AS9100 / ISO-certified sister company serving the Aerospace, Aero Structures, Aviation, Defense, and Medical industries—sectors that demand the highest levels of traceability, certification, and quality. Now fully operating under the Composite Factory name, we have united our teams, experience, and capabilities under one brand.

Rooted in motorsports, we are fully vertically integrated, bringing engineering, machining, tool‑making, and production under one roof to deliver advanced Composite Structures with speed, precision, and unmatched quality. Join a team pushing the boundaries of advanced composites and building the future of the industry!

Position Overview

The Quality Manager will lead Fibreworks Composites to take the next step in quality by developing a more structured and standardized environment. Ensure all parts manufactured within Fibreworks Composites or its sub-contractors meet the fit, form, and function criteria set by the customers and/or engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all functions of the Quality Assurance System
• Quality Manual development and upkeep
• Develop, as needed, work instructions, procedures, process maps, working forms, etc., to support the Quality System and bring it into full compliance with ISO 9001 and ASQ 9001 Standard requirements
• Collaborate with engineering to define QA standards
• Performing calibrations and developing calibration schedule
• Non-conformance and corrective actions
• Internal and external audits to prove system effectiveness
• Continual department improvement plan
• Full compliance of all required internal ERP/MRP processes daily
• Ensure part quality standards are met at all stages of manufacturing according to specifications on internal and/or external engineering drawings
• Inspect parts using PCMM and other standard metrology equipment for weights and measures (calipers, micrometers, depth gauge, gauge pins, Romer arm, etc.) keeping detailed records (weights, checklists, reports, etc.) in an organized and standard fashion
• Educate production and engineering teams on quality control issues to improve overall production quality
• Provide clear and timely communication to customers, vendors, and staff when discussing quality issues such as reporting findings on inspection reports, determining capability, understanding design intent, concessions, non-conformance, etc.
• Train and develop and mentor skills of quality control team
• Create, maintain, and execute a plan for professional development for continuous improvement both personally, professionally, and for the department
• Supervision of Quality Department support staff
• Must adhere to health and safety procedures, and all workplace policies
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering required.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of Composite industry experience
• AS9100 Auditing Qualification desirable
• AS9100 ISO Certification
• Thorough knowledge of composite materials related manufacturing equipment and processes a plus
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be well organized and have the ability to multitask
• Attention to detail and good documentation practices
• Self-starter, results-oriented individual with ability to organize and analyze data
• Proficient with MS Office products and ERP systems
• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills are important because measuring, calibrating, and calculating specifications are major parts of quality control testing
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.

Our Investment in You

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Shift differential for 2nd shift employees
• Potential to earn quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
• Discounts on select services/products
• Climate-controlled work environment

Hours of Operation

7:00 am – 4:00 pm; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership. This position is required to work on-site during scheduled business hours. Any exceptions for remote or work-from-home arrangements must be reviewed and approved in advance by the employee’s manager.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Depending on the position and assigned duties, working conditions and physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or sitting
• Climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, or pulling
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving materials, products, tools, or equipment
• Using computers, machinery, material-handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, or other job-related equipment
• Performing work that requires hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the handling of small parts or components
• Working around moving mechanical equipment and in areas with varying noise levels, temperatures, fumes, airborne particles, dust, chemicals, or other manufacturing-related conditions
• Wearing required personal protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear, respirators, or other designated PPE
• Using close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, color recognition, and the ability to adjust focus when required by the position

The specific work environment and physical requirements will depend on the essential functions of the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity : Composite Factory is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.